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Vaughan warns Sydney Test could define Ben Stokes–Brendon McCullum era

Michael Vaughan said the Sydney Test carries huge importance, adding that while the MCG win lifted spirits, it felt more like a “lottery” than a true Test.

Sunil Gavaskar flags England’s first-class snub as bazball crumbles in Ashes

Gavaskar pointed to England’s lack of red-ball preparation, questioning the decision to skip first-class matches before such a demanding overseas tour.

Gavaskar unleashes biting sarcasm on MCG pitch debate: ‘Not as devious as…’

Sunil Gavaskar took a sharp, sarcastic dig at Australia’s two-day Test, highlighting the irony of Perth pitch earlier receiving a “very good” rating.

AUS batting was ‘ordinary, awful stuff': ENG great credits seamers for MCG win

Geoffrey Boycott attributes England's Boxing Day Test victory to better fundamentals, criticizing modern cricket's focus on limited overs.

MCG curator fronts up to the media after Steve Smith, Ben Stokes call out pitch

The fourth Ashes Test at the MCG ended in two days, with England winning by four wickets. The early finish may cost Cricket Australia A$10m in lost revenue.

Pietersen calls out pitch hypocrisy, says AUS deserve same scrutiny as IND

Kevin Pietersen weighed in on the Boxing Day Test pitch, urging Australia face the same scrutiny India often receives in similar situations.

Cook tears into MCG pitch after 20 wickets tumble on Day 1 of Boxing Day Test

Cook offered a blunt assessment of the Melbourne surface after a dramatic opening day of the fourth Test, suggesting the pitch failed to provide a fair contest.

'Pope looked too insecure’: England's MCG Test playing XI a 'painful reminder'

Michael Atherton weighed in on England’s decision to drop Ollie Pope, backing the move as a necessary reset rather than a punishment.

Shane Warne's son gets emotional after seeing his father's hologram in MCG

Shane Warne's legacy will be honored during the Boxing Day Test, with tributes at 3.50pm. His son, Jackson, shared the ongoing grief.

McCullum does a U-turn, admits mistake after England's humiliation in Ashes

England coach Brendon McCullum acknowledged the scrutiny following their 3-0 Ashes defeat to Australia.

Marnus Labuschagne rubs it in, fires shots at Broad after retaining Ashes

Marnus Labuschagne didn't hold back from firing a retort at English pundits who had called this the worst Australian team since 2010.

"I have no regrets": Konstas reflects on his shoulder bumping incident with Kohli

Young Australian batting sensation Sam Konstas opened up on his shoulder bumping incident with top India batter Virat Kohli during the Boxing Day Test of the Border-Gavaskar Trophy and said that he has "no regrets".

‘Virat Kohli was frustrated... Sam Konstas got his skin’: Ex-AUS star

<ul><li>Haddin claimed that Kohli was frustrated with his game during the series, and Konstas did manage to get under his skin during the contest.</li></ul>

We've probably seen Rohit Sharma for last time in Test cricket: Gavaskar, Shastri

Gambhir confirms ‘debate with players inside dressing room’ but refuses

<ul><li>India head coach Gautam Gambhir said what happens inside the dressing room should remain there while refusing reports of an internal rift as “not true”.</li></ul>

Clarke defends great guy Kohli's actions: ‘He was getting frustrated with Sam…'

<ul><li>Virat Kohli was fined 20 per cent of his match fee by the ICC for the on-field altercation with Australian youngster Sam Konstas.&nbsp;</li></ul>

'Virat Kohli trying to be antagonistic': Finch's bizarre theory for IND star

<ul><li>Aaron Finch, who has played Virat Kohli at RCB in the past, said that the 36-year-old is trying to pick a fight to get the best out of himself.</li></ul>

Sam Konstas was brave at top, but other…: Warner unimpressed with senior stars

<ul><li>Warner was highly impressed with Konstas' positive approach at the start of the innings and said that the seniors could have also shown the same braveness.</li></ul>

'Nitish did well… never going to be as good as Gill': Sanjay slams selection

<ul><li>However, Sanjay Manjrekar feels the Nitish gamble paid well, as the young all-rounder scored a brilliant century to rescue the visitors in the first innings.</li></ul>

"Turning point was the wicket of Rishabh Pant": Ravi Shastri after completion of AUS-IND Melbourne Test

After the completion of the boxing-day Test at the Melbourne Cricket Ground (MCG) between Australia and India in the ongoing Border-Gavaskar Trophy 2024-25, former head coach Ravi Shastri discussed the turning point of the match. 

MCG defeat raises crucial question: Can India take hard call on seniors?

There were questions galore, but one that was more poignant than the rest: Is it time to take a hard call on seniors Rohit Sharma and Virat Kohli?

Bumrah only player to score perfect 10 by Australia's leading news portal

<ul><li>Jasprit Bumrah was the only player among the two teams who achieved the perfect rating, as even the winning side's best player - Pat Cummins managed to get 9.5.</li></ul>

Rash batting sinks India in the Melbourne classic

Rohit Sharma, Virat Kohli and Rishabh Pant pay the price for their rush of blood as Australia win fourth Test by 184 runs, go 2-1 up in the BGT series

Taufel puts end to DRS controversy, explains why Jaiswal was given out

<ul><li>Despite no spike on the snicko, the third umpire ruled Jaiswal out, adjudging that there was a deflection off Jaiswal's gloves/bat based on the visual evidence.</li></ul>

'The KING is dead': Simon Katich's brutal takedown of Kohli after flop show

<ul><li>Virat Kohli was dismissed for just 5 in the second innings of Boxing Day Test as India lost the match by 184 runs at MCG.</li></ul>

BGT: Rohit Sharma rues missed opportunities, identifies moment that cost India Boxing Day Test match

Captain Rohit Sharma rued the missed opportunities after India endured a heavy 184-run defeat in the Boxing Day Test in Melbourne against Australia on Monday. 

Bumrah turns into Marsh's nightmare since AUS all-rounder ‘he’s coming’ joke

<ul><li>Meanwhile, Marsh escaped Bumrah's wrath in the first two Tests, but before the Brisbane Test, he made a joke on that in the press conference.</li></ul>

‘Whatever people are saying, it can go to hell’: Shastri's advice for Kohli

<ul><li>Ravi Shastri advised Virat Kohli to shut the outside noise and stay focused on being disciplined while batting.</li></ul>

MCG Test: India fail to cash in on Bumrah’s brilliance

The fast bowler had Australia reeling on Day 4 but dropped catches let the hosts build a 333-run lead

Manjrekar dissects how desperation leads Siraj to bounce back: ‘When you push…'

<ul><li>Sanjay Manjrekar was impressed with Siraj's performance on Day 4 and said that his desperation for success brought out the best in him.</li></ul>